Celebrate New Year's Eve aboard a scenic Weser River cruise with Hal Över, featuring fine dining, live music, and spectacular views. Perfect for a festive start to the new year!Read more about this unique river celebration.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
approximately 4-5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels, with comfortable seating and onboard amenities
Wildlife
History
The Weser River has been a vital trade route since medieval times, shaping the region’s economy and culture.
Conservation
The cruise emphasizes eco-friendly practices, including waste reduction and sustainable navigation to protect the river’s natural beauty.
Hal Över
Celebrate New Year's Eve aboard a scenic Weser River cruise with Hal Över, featuring fine dining, live music, and spectacular views. Perfect for a festive start to the new year!Read more about this unique river celebration.
Hal Över is a Bremerhaven-based boat operator offering scheduled ferry services, scenic river cruises and themed event sailings across the Weser and regional coastal routes in Bremen and Bremerhaven. Hal Över operates single (Einzelfahrt) and return (Hin- und Rückfahrt) trips connecting ports such as Pier2/Waterfront, Martinianleger (Vegesack), Lankenauer Höft, Mittelsbüren/Moorlosen Kirche, Blumenthal, Farge, Nordenham, Brake, Oldenburg and Elsfleth.
The company provides special events including the Kohlparty auf der Weser, a five-hour cruise with traditional Grünkohl and Hochzeitssuppe plus drinks and DJ entertainment, and a Silvester auf der Weser New Year’s Eve cruise featuring a buffet, drinks and a live DJ. Breakfast options include Sonntagsfrühstück im Café Sand and dedicated Frühstücksfahrt departures that offer buffet-style morning meals with views of the Weser.
Hal Över also runs themed and scenic services such as Panorama-Lichterfahrt, Abendliche Lichterfahrt with winter buffet, Rundfahrt Containerterminal & Seehundbänke, After Work Panoramafahrt, and stadium connections to the Weser-Stadion including trips tied to WUSEUM and stadium tours. Selected round trips note practical details like the option to bring a bike or dog on some sailings.
All descriptions reflect published trip names, schedules and on-board amenities provided for each listed experience. Hal Över focuses on connecting communities, serving tourists and hosting celebration cruises from Bremerhaven and Bremen ports across the Weser.
Routes Covered
164 trips
Extensive local and regional routes
Signature Kohlparty
5 hours
Five-hour cruise with food and drinks
Departure Piers
Pier2, Martinianleger, Lankenauer Höft
Multiple boarding points across the Weser
Special Events
Silvester & Kohlparty
Themed cruises with buffets and DJs
Choose scheduled ferries, breakfast cruises or themed events from Bremerhaven and Bremen — view routes and reserve seats now.
Arrive early for prime seating
Secure a good spot on the deck early to enjoy unobstructed river views during the countdown.
Dress warmly for winter cruising
Wear layered clothing to stay comfortable outside while enjoying the scenic views.
Bring a camera or smartphone
Capture the midnight fireworks and stunning river scenery.
Drink responsibly and pace yourself
Enjoy the complimentary drinks and wine but stay mindful of your alcohol consumption for safety.
Warm clothing and layered attire
Necessary for staying warm during outdoor deck activities and winter weather.
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Camera or smartphone
Perfect for capturing festive moments and river views.
Small personal item bag
To carry essentials like wallet, phone, and any personal items.
Event-proof footwear
Comfortable, non-slip shoes suitable for outdoor decks and onboard spaces.
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